Nigeria’s Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has reaffirmed government’s commitment to empowering young Nigerians through transformative programmes that promote education, job creation, and innovation.
Idris who stated this at the APC North West Youth Pally in Dutse, Jigawa State, said President Tinubu has shown uncommon trust in the youth by giving them real responsibilities and opportunities to lead.
“From cabinet appointments to digital innovation and education reforms, young Nigerians are not just part of the story — they are the drivers of it,” he said.
Idris emphasised the several key achievements of the administration with a focus on youth development. He noted the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) which has disbursed ₦116 billion to support over 620,000 students.
Additionally, the 3MTT Programme has garnered nearly two million applicants, contributing to the objective of generating three million digital and technical employment opportunities across the nation.
He also noted the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) initiative, which has certified one million Nigerians in 25 different trades, with a quarter of them already placed in training centres.
“These are not plans, they are results already being felt in schools, workshops, and communities across the country” he said.
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According to the Minister, the Rural Electrification Agency’s energising education programme is lighting up federal universities and teaching hospitals, such as Bayero University Kano and Usman Danfodiyo University Sokoto, giving students uninterrupted power for study and research.
Economic Reforms
Idris also highlighted the achievements recorded in the economy sector especially the new Nigeria Tax Act, which takes effect in January 2026. According to him “this will exempt small businesses earning ₦100 million or less from company income and capital gains taxes, a move that would help thousands of young entrepreneurs reinvest in their dreams and grow their businesses.”
He also spoke on other ongoing programmes, including: the MSME Clinics, the iDICE initiative — a $517 million partnership to boost the digital and creative economy, and Nigeria’s recent Eurobond oversubscription by 400 per cent, which he described as “clear proof of growing global confidence in Nigeria’s economic direction.”
The Minister noted that Nigeria’s recent removal from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) Grey List further underscores the administration’s credibility and international standing.
Idris further called on young people to shun fake news and divisive rhetoric, stressing that the future of the country lies in unity and positive action.
“Let’s use our voices and our platforms to build, not to destroy. Tinubu’s leadership is about giving every Nigerian no matter where they come from, a fair chance to succeed.”
He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to a Nigeria where the energy and creativity of the youth continue to drive progress and national renewal.
The Youth Pally was attended by the Governor of Jigawa State, Umar A. Namadi; Speaker Jigawa State House of Assembly, Haruna Aliyu; the Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande; Minister of State, Education, Prof. Suwaiba Sa’id Ahmed; APC National Youth Leader, Dr Dayo Israel; Chairman Senate Committee on Youth, Senator Iya Abbas; Chairman Senate Committee on Police Affairs, Senator Ahmed Abdullahi; Managing Director, National Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), Akintunde Sawyerr, amongst several dignitaries and delegates from the North West APC.